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Milestone celebrations call for something truly special, and the Hermitage 2005 Grande Champagne Cognac is the perfect way to mark a 20th anniversary or birthday in 2025. This exceptional Cognac from the Premier Cru of Cognac embodies refinement, craftsmanship, and a sense of timeless elegance that makes it an unforgettable gift. A Vintage of Distinction The Hermitage 2005 Grande Champagne Cognac is sourced from the heart of the Grande Champagne region, renowned for producing the finest eaux-de-vie in Cognac. This vintage has spent years maturing in oak casks, developing layers of flavour and complexity that are the hallmark of a… Read more

Cognac is not only a fine spirit to savour but also a valuable investment opportunity, particularly when it comes to rare, well-aged vintages. With increasing global demand and limited supply, the value of high-quality, vintage Cognac has been steadily rising, making it a worthwhile asset for collectors and investors alike. Unlike whisky, Cognac is typically aged for longer periods, often maturing in oak barrels for decades. This ageing process, combined with the exclusivity of Single Estate and vintage bottlings, creates a unique and desirable product that can appreciate significantly over time. Investing in vintage Cognac offers both the joy of… Read more

Today marks the highly anticipated launch of Hermitage Siècle d’Or 100 Year Old Cognac, a remarkable find set to captivate collectors and connoisseurs with its unparalleled rarity and luxury. A Century of ExcellenceHermitage Siècle d’Or 100 Year Old Cognac is a marvel unearthed from the hallowed vaults of a distinguished cognac house, whose origins trace back to the early 1880s. This sublime nectar, christened “Siècle d’Or” in homage to an illustrious golden century of French history, signifies immense quality and intense flavours generated during its hundred years in an oak barrel. Made from ugni blanc grape variety in the region… Read more

World Gin Day is a global celebration held on the second Saturday of June each year, and this year it falls on the 8th of June. It’s the perfect opportunity for gin enthusiasts and newcomers alike to explore and enjoy the diverse and exciting world of gin. From its botanical origins to its rich history, gin has a unique place in the world of spirits. To mark this special day, we have a delightful gin cocktail recipe that captures the essence of summer with a refreshing twist. Introducing the “Summer Orchard Fizz” The “Summer Orchard Fizz” is a vibrant and… Read more

Indulge in the epitome of luxury with Hermitage Vintage Cognacs, crafted from the finest grapes of the Premier Cru region. Our luxury cognacs undergo meticulous distillation in small stills, followed by long natural ageing in oak casks. This individual ageing process enhances the richness and complexity of Hermitage Cognac, unequalled by major producers and resulting in a truly luxurious experience with each savoured sip. Benefits of Hermitage Cognac:

What a great excuse to enjoy all your favourite gins …… World Gin Day on Saturday 10th June 2023!  This annual event celebrates all things juniper including our delicious organic gins from Denmark.  They are made by Mosgaard, who have a modern interpretation of traditional gin with sweetness, softness, and lots of fruity notes.  Their gin is distilled on a hybrid steam infusion kettle with a mix of organic juniper, botanicals and fresh citrus fruits.  Take a look at the range of flavours: Mosgaard Organic Dry Gin is a lime fresh gin with spicy sweetness and a long citrus after taste.  Makes a… Read more

Mothers hold a special part Of all that’s cherished in one’s heart, She is one’s pearl, one’s soul, one’s mate; She is the one to make life great. Adapted from a poem by Kirsten Rollander Looking for a special gift for Mother’s Day 2023?  We have lots of gins, brandies, whiskies, liqueurs and vermouths from which to choose.  And if you fancy something out of the ordinary, do try some Pineau des Charentes.  Made from cognac eau de vie and grape juice it’s fabulous drunk cold as an aperitif or dessert wine. Take a look at the special offers on our home page, every month we reduce the… Read more

It’s been a difficult time, financially, for everyone this year as prices increase. With energy prices soaring and raw material shortages across the globe, all our producers are struggling with increased costs. Unfortunately, these increased costs have inevitably been passed on to us and so we have had to review our prices too. Our new prices will, therefore, come into effect on Monday 25th July. So, if you have some summer birthday gifts to buy, now’s the time to do it!

Two years ago we posted the story below about 100 year old shipwrecked cognac that had been raised from the sea bed wondering if it would still be drinkable …. Well it appears not as 300 of the bottles are about to go on sale, for £9,000 each, filled with a different cognac from the same period.  Cognac house Birkedal Hartmann, descendants of De Haartman, painstakingly cleaned the one litre bottles and filled them with Grande Champagne Cognac from 1910-15.  Using company archives they reproduced the original corks, capsules and labels and presented them in a handmade gift box also containing its… Read more

Lots to report from the press recently. Will Lyons, writing for The Sunday Times, said “Hermitage 1995 Grande Champagne Cognac – An extraordinary cognac sniffed out by David Baker at Brandyclassics, this is one to treasure and bring out on special occasions.  It has an intricate range of flavours, from mocha and dark chocolate to toasty walnut.  Enjoy sparingly and it will keep for years.” Henry Jeffreys, the Features Editor for Master of Malt, has written up his Hermitage Cognac Tasting Notes featuring the 1990 41%abv (which has since sold out), 1952, 1960, 1920 and the 1885 which he described as “Simply… Read more